Benzonatate
Benzonatate (Tessalon) is a non-opioid antitussive used for cough, acting on cough receptors in the respiratory passages and lungs. This listing contains the Tessalon 100 mg capsule for respiratory symptoms.
Key points
- Local action: Benzonatate has a local anaesthetic-like effect on cough receptors involved in triggering a cough.
- Keep the capsule intact: Chewing or dissolving it can numb the mouth and throat quickly and create a choking risk.
Brands and forms in this catalogue
Tessalon connects benzonatate with Cough in Respiratory Health. As the only attached medicine, this capsule gives the listing a single-ingredient focus rather than a range of brands or dosage forms.
